We regret to announce the death. which took place in the Genera] Hospital_on Monday night, of M. Pierre Huber, formerly of the Huber had not been in robust Chinese Customs. M. some considerable time,
Become serious, ard his death was recently did his condition quite unexpected among his numerous friends.
The deceased gentleman was a nephew of Sir Robert Hart, his father, who at one time held the position of Commissioner of Cus. toms, having married Miss Elizabeth Hart, Sir Robert's sister, M. Huber was born in China, and after completing his education entered the Customs service. Shortly before the war he went to France on leave, and while at home hostilities broke out. He immediately enlisted in the French Army, being posted io the 68th Regiment of Infantry, and although always of a rather delicate constitution, he insisted in taking his part in the front line. He was a brave soldier, numerous citations evidence.
Returning to China after the war he rejoined the Customs, and for a tinie. was stationed at Kongmoon, but owing to ill health decided to retire. It is a sad circumstance that his wife and three children should have left for home only a fortnight ago. To them the deepest sympathy of the community will be extended.
The funeral ceremony took place at St. Joseph's Church and afterwards at Lokawei Cemetery on Wednesday afternoon.
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